Hard to believe I know, but the very 1st RV-8A had it's maiden flight today here in the UK and possibly Europe?
Pilot/Builder Chris Harrison flew G-RVCH from a small strip in the glorious Devonshire countryside for a 20min flight.
G-RVCH has a modified nosewheel geometry designed by Bill Knot and also using the recently modified nose leg from Van's. This provides for a larger 5" tire.
The aircraft has a Lycoming IO360-200 and performed faultlessly throughout the flight. Looks great too and is bound to attract the 'groupies' at the various Van's meets in the UK.
Well done Chris!
David
G-RVBA RV-8AQB finish/fuse.
Pilot/Builder Chris Harrison flew G-RVCH from a small strip in the glorious Devonshire countryside for a 20min flight.
G-RVCH has a modified nosewheel geometry designed by Bill Knot and also using the recently modified nose leg from Van's. This provides for a larger 5" tire.
The aircraft has a Lycoming IO360-200 and performed faultlessly throughout the flight. Looks great too and is bound to attract the 'groupies' at the various Van's meets in the UK.
Well done Chris!
David
G-RVBA RV-8AQB finish/fuse.
